Get a preview of what’s ahead at Geo-Extreme 2025!
To help build excitement and share insights before the conference, the Geo-Institute is hosting a series of free Conference Preview Live Streams. These online sessions feature invited speakers discussing key topics that will be explored at the event — from natural disasters to climate resilience.
Participation is free, just register on our Eventbrite page to receive the viewing link and reminder emails.
Upcoming Live Preview
Preview #2: “Death in the Canyon: The 1928 St. Francis Dam Breach”
Tuesday, August 26 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM (ET) | Online
Presented by Michael Bennett, Virginia Tech
This second preview will highlight one of the most tragic infrastructure failures in U.S. history - the 1928 St. Francis Dam breach - and its enduring lessons for engineers and emergency planners.
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Preview #1: “An Evaluation of Post-Wildfire Erosional and Flooding Damage in Southern California: A 2019 Case Study”
Originally streamed Tuesday, July 29 at 2:00 PM ET
Presented by Taki and Pavlo Chrysovergis, SPC Geo
Explore the lasting impacts of wildfires in Southern California and how they contributed to severe erosional and flooding damage in 2019. This session highlights the growing need for integrated geotechnical, environmental, and emergency planning under worsening wildfire conditions.
Live Streams During the Conference
Live broadcasts of selected sessions from Geo-Extreme 2025 will be available on this page during the conference. Check back soon for the schedule and details.